El Fuerte

Popular local lunch place serving stewed lamb or goat, either with a robust broth or in their crispy golden tacos.

Elegant restaurant with tables under the porticoes of an historic hacienda. Regional northwestern Mexican cuisine with innovative twists and elegant presentation. The shrimp dishes are invariably winners.

Homey family style restaurant serving northwestern Mexico regional cuisine. Location facing the river. Kids play area.

Casual outdoor restaurant with fresh seafood prepared in a variety of innovative ways. try the marlin quesadillas! Drinks are good too with some unusual aguas frescas like a cucumber lemonade.

Traditional Mexican hotel with bright colors and historic ranch architecture. Rooftop terrace. Rooms are clean and comfortable and are fairly cool even without air conditioning. Good central location next door to the town's famous fort.

Boutique hotel set in a 400 year old traditional hacienda. Massive stones, thick wood doors, dark wood beams , and wrought iron hardware give the place a feeling of being back in the colonial era. The central courtyard gardens are beautifully landscaped. Rooms are spacious and clean with period furnishings, but thankfully updated with modern air conditioning. On-site restaurant and bar.

Elegant boutique hotel with just 12 rooms. The building is a historic mansion dating from 1890. Rooms feature period furnishings with exposed wood beam ceilings. Rooms are clean and spacious. Outdoor pool with peaceful garden courtyard. Rooftop cocktail bar.

Traditional Mexican courtyard hotel with beautiful lobby and garden. Rooms are clean but more basic than luxurious. Good value for travelers watching their budget.